Jennifer McDonough

Jennifer McDonough

Writer

Jennifer McDonough is a writer at The Direct. She is responsible for the creation of news articles and features. She also has a particular affinity for action figures and merchandise, which she revels in discussing in the articles she writes, when the situation calls for it.

Jen has been with The Direct since its launch in 2020 and she feels extremely fortunate to be a member of the team and to work alongside such great people.

About The Direct

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Jennifer McDonough's Latest The Direct Articles

She-Hulk Director Addresses Which Episode Daredevil Shows Up

She-Hulk: Attorney at Law director Kat Coiro dropped some hints as to when Matt Murdock could appear in the series.

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How Spider-Man: No Way Home Set Up Star Wars’ Newest Show

Lucasilm’s upcoming Star Wars: Skeleton Crew series features a fun behind-the-scenes connection to the MCU’s Spider-Man threequel.

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MCU: When Will Fantastic Four's Cast Get Announced? 4 Most Likely Dates

The Fantastic Four are coming to the MCU, but when will fans know which actors are playing Marvel’s First Family?

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Why Thanos' Creator Is So Convinced He'll Return to the MCU

Legendary comic artist Jim Starlin spoke on why he believes audiences haven't seen the last of Avengers baddie, Thanos.

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Avengers 6: Secret Wars Rumor Reveals Unsurprising Director Candidate

A new rumor suggests a familiar, established Marvel director will be taking the reigns of Avengers: Secret Wars.

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Rosario Dawson Hopes to Play Mutant Role In the MCU

Fan-favorite actress Rosario Dawson discusses her dream roles, including playing a Mutant for Marvel.

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Don Cheadle Confirms He's Done With Marvel Contract

Don Cheadle, one of the longest serving MCU actors, revealed at D23 that after Armor Wars, his contract with Marvel will be up.

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Ms. Marvel Season 2 Prospects Addressed by Lead Star

Kamala Khan actress Iman Vellani revealed if she's heard anything about a second season for Ms. Marvel.

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Kevin Feige Confirms the Avengers No Longer Exist

Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige revealed that the Avengers, as a team, are no more in the current MCU.

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Marvel’s Werewolf by Night: Kevin Feige Teases ‘Scary’ New Disney+ Special

Marvel’s Werewolf by Night: Kevin Feige Teases How ‘Scary’ Disney+ Special Will Be

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Russell Crowe's Zeus Almost Sounded Way Different In Thor: Love and Thunder

Thor: Love and Thunder director Taika Waititi originally considered having Russel Crowe's Zeus speak with an entirely different accent.

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Captain Marvel 2 Director Teases ‘Madness’ In Brie Larson Sequel

The Marvels director Nia DaCosta hyped up the "full comic book madness" in the upcoming MCU film.

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Disney Celebrates 16 of MCU's Biggest New Heroes From Multiverse Saga

An official display at D23 Expo 2022 features a myriad of MCU characters, both established and new!

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MCU: Jon Hamm Reacts to X-Men Villain Prospects

The Mad Men star discussed his missed opportunity to play Mr. Sinister and if he'd still go for the role now.

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WandaVision Star Announces Pregnancy With Adorable Photo

Teyonah Parris, who played Monica Rambeau in Marvel Studios' WandaVision, announced she is expecting her first child.

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She-Hulk Producer Defends Controversial Changes to Abomination

Jessica Gao, producer on She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, cleared up the motives behind Emil Blonsky’s change in demeanor.

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Fantastic Four Movie: It’s Always Sunny Actors React to Director Announcement

Stars of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia discussed Matt Shakman becoming the director of Marvel's Fantastic Four.

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New She-Hulk Episode Pokes Fun at Thor: Ragnarok's Most Important Line

A fun exchange of dialogue from She-Hulk’s third episode contained a very funny reference to 2017’s Thor: Ragnarok.

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Marvel Studios' Blade Receives Filming Start Date

A new report indicates a new starting date for production on Marvel Studios' Blade, one that's a bit later than originally anticipated.

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Elizabeth Olsen's WandaVision Priorities Cause Cancellation of Expo Appearance

Last-minute changes in WandaVision's filming schedule have caused star Elizabeth Olsen to cancel a con appearance.

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Marvel's WandaVision: Leaked Set Photos Tease Halloween Party & Military Presence

Photos leaked from the set of WandaVision reveal a military presence in the Disney+ series.

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Marvel's Shang-Chi: New Set Video Teases Inner City Action

A set video for Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings shows a damaged bus.

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Marvel Teases Indiana Jones-Like Adventure For Moon Knight Disney+ Show

Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige speaks on Moon Knight's Indiana Jones influence.

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Spider-Man 3: Tom Holland Wears His Superhero Suit in New Photo From Set

Tom Holland shares a behind the scenes photo of the actor kicking back on the set of Spider-Man 3.

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Superman & Lois: New Set Photos Reveal Tyler Hoechlin's Clark Kent & Heroic Actions

New images have been shared from the set of Superman & Lois by star Bitsie Tulloch.

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Zack Snyder's Justice League: Batcave Meeting & Darkseid Mural Featured in New Set Photos

Zack Snyder's Justice League cinematographer Fabian Wagner has shared another batch of behind the scenes images from the film.

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Why Movies Are Getting Worse, According to Marvel's James Gunn

Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn discusses how disorganized, haphazard productions are causing movies to suffer.

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Marvel Producer on the Difference Between MCU Timelines vs. Realities

A producer for Marvel Studios discusses the difference between the MCU’s alternate timelines and alternate universes.

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WandaVision: New Scenes of Elizabeth Olsen's Scarlet Witch Using Magic Powers Featured in TV Spot

A new television spot for WandaVision has surfaced online and features new pieces of footage.

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MCU Blade Casting Teases Dracula Appearance

A pair of casting calls for Marvel Studios’ Blade might give away a Dracula appearance in the MCU film!

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Ezra Miller's The Flash: Ray Fisher Suggests Cyborg Appearance Is Still Possible

Ray Fisher speaks out on his future as Cyborg in the DCEU.

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Hawkeye Directors Dodge Question About Daredevil's MCU Canoncity

The directors for Marvel Studios’ Hawkeye acted cryptically when addressing the involvement of one Wilson Fisk and how it impacts if Daredevil is canon.

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Spider-Man: No Way Home Designer Reveals Why Tobey Maguire Villain Costumes Got Changed

Sanja Milković Hays, the costume designer for Spider-Man: No Way Home, discusses the various updates made to the film's villains.

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Oscar Isaac Responds to Complaints About His Marvel Moon Knight Voice

Moon Knight star Oscar Isaac cleared the air when it comes to his Steven Grant accent from the trailer.

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Avengers: Endgame: Robert Downey Jr.'s Iron Man & Josh Brolin's Thanos Receive New Marvel Figures

Hasbro unveiled an Iron Man and Thanos action figure box set for its Marvel Legends Infinity Saga series.

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Thor: Love and Thunder Reveals Unseen Black Panther Costume (Photo)

A new piece of concept art from Thor: Love and Thunder reveals a good look at Bastet who didn't make the film's final cut.

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Marvel Studios Restricted She-Hulk Jokes to Protect MCU Brand

She-Hulk: Attorney art Law producer Jessica Gao reveals some of the changes and limitations put forth onto the series at the behest of Marvel.

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1 Avengers: Age of Ultron Line Secretly Set Up She-Hulk Episode 1

Bruce’s living situation in the series premiere of She-Hulk: Attorney at Law was actually set up in Avengers: Age of Ultron.

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Idris Elba Hints at His Marvel Future After Thor 4

Idris Elba drops some hints about whether or not Heimdall will make a comeback at some point in the MCU.

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MCU Director Teases How Seasons 2 & 3 of 'What If' Get Even Crazier

Bryan Andrews, director on Marvel Studios’ What If…? promises a crazier, wackier second season of the MCU show.

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